Purchasing Clerk

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive entry-level salary

Medical aid and pension

Paid annual leave and sick leave

On-the-job training

Stable supportive environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay is seeking an organized and efficient Purchasing Clerk to join our client's procurement team. This entry-level role handles purchase requisitions, orders, and record-keeping, supporting daily operations in a collaborative office setting.

You will gain exposure to the full purchasing process, including supplier communication and verification of goods against orders. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, strong MS Office skills, and a keen eye for detail, with a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience in an administrative or clerical role is preferred, particularly in purchasing or accounts payable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word and Excel for data entry and basic record keeping.
• Excellent organizational skills and a high level of accuracy in data handling.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal, for interacting with colleagues and suppliers.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a dedicated office setting.

Responsibilities

• Receive, review, and process purchase requisitions from various departments.
• Generate and issue purchase orders to approved suppliers, ensuring all details are accurate.
• Maintain organized purchasing records, including filing of documents and updating supplier information.
• Communicate with suppliers to follow up on orders, delivery status, and address minor queries.
• Assist in verifying incoming goods against purchase orders for accuracy and completeness.
• Provide general administrative support to the purchasing team as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team player

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an organized and efficient Purchasing Clerk to join their procurement team. This entry-level position is fundamental to the daily operations of the purchasing department, ensuring that all administrative tasks are handled accurately and promptly. The role requires strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently within a team-oriented, office-based environment in Mossel Bay . This is an excellent opportunity for individuals starting their career in purchasing to gain valuable experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, review, and process purchase requisitions from various departments.
• Generate and issue purchase orders to approved suppliers, ensuring all details are accurate.
• Maintain organized purchasing records, including filing of documents and updating supplier information.
• Communicate with suppliers to follow up on orders, delivery status, and address minor queries.
• Assist in verifying incoming goods against purchase orders for accuracy and completeness.
• Provide general administrative support to the purchasing team as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience in an administrative or clerical role is preferred, particularly in purchasing or accounts payable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word and Excel for data entry and basic record keeping.
• Excellent organizational skills and a high level of accuracy in data handling.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal, for interacting with colleagues and suppliers.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a dedicated office setting.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary with opportunities for increases based on performance.
• Standard company benefits including medical aid and pension fund.
• Paid annual leave and sick leave.
• On-the-job training and exposure to all facets of the purchasing process.
• A stable and supportive work environment within a well-established company.